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December 11, 2023 · 6:37 pm

RUMORS Runs Jan. 11-28

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Mariemont Players Inc.
Jan. 11-28
Walton Creek Theatre

Directed by Ed Cohen
Produced by Vicki Rafferty

Cast: Ryan Bowron as Ken Gorman, Katey Blood as Chris Gorman, Eric Day as Lenny Ganz, Kathie Labanz as Claire Ganz, Forrest Fairley as Ernie Cusack, Arlene Balczo as Cookie Cusack, Aaron Whitehead as Glen Cooper, Kate Mock Elliott as Cassie Cooper, Arny Stoller as Officer Ben Welch & Steve Balczo as Officer Pudney

At a large, tastefully-appointed Sneden’s Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though it’s only a flesh wound, Charlie Brock’s self-inflicted injury sets off a series of events causing four couples to experience a severe attack of farce.​

As their tenth wedding anniversary commences, Charlie lies bleeding in another room, and his wife Myra is nowhere in sight. The first guests, lawyer Ken Gorman and his wife Chris, scramble to get “the story” straight before the other guests arrive. As the confusions and miscommunications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.

  • Thu-Sat, Jan. 11-13 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Jan. 14 at 2pm
  • Thu-Fri, Jan. 18-19 at 7:30pm
  • Sat, Jan. 20 at 2pm & 7:30pm
  • Sun, Jan. 21 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Jan. 25-27 at 7:30pm
  • Sun, Jan. 28 at 2pm

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December 11, 2023 · 5:14 am

JINGLE ALL THE WAY with Cincinnati Sound Chorus at The Carnegie on Dec. 16

CSC_Yuletide CelebrationBack by popular demand, the award-winning Cincinnati Sound Chorus will perform Yuletide Celebration: Jingle All the Way on Saturday, December 16 at The Carnegie, 1028 Scott Boulevard, in Covington, Kentucky.

Showtimes are 2 pm and 7 pm, and tickets may be purchased for $20 by calling the box office at (859) 957-1940 or on the venue’s website at thecarnegie.com.

Chorus Director Jack Johnson declares, “I am so excited that Cincinnati Sound will be presenting Yuletide Celebration again this year. This performance will take you on a musical journey that spans many contemporary and classic holiday favorites and is sure to get every audience member in the holiday spirit!”

The show will include performances by several quartets and the Sound Effects ensemble, and it will feature special guests Vivace, newly-titled 5th place international quartet medalists in the 2023 Sweet Adelines International Regional competition. The program will include the full chorus, Sound Effects and other guest quartets. Cincinnati Sound Chorus is grateful for the show’s generous sponsors – the Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund and Minuteman Press – Southgate.

Cincinnati Sound is a member of Sweet Adelines International, the largest women’s singing organization in the world, and specializes in singing a cappella harmony in the barbershop style. In the Spring 2023 regional competition, the chorus placed 4th in its category and 5th overall among choruses from a six-state area. Membership is open to women and other marginalized genders, and guests are invited to visit a chorus rehearsal any Monday night starting at 7 pm at The Valley Temple, 145 Springfield Pike in Wyoming, Ohio.  More information about the chorus can be found at www.cincinnatisound.org.

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December 7, 2023 · 6:52 pm

Get ELFED UP! with Alphas Comedy December 15 & 16 in Clifton

ALPHA_Elfed Up(Clifton) Cincinnati, OH – Alphas Comedy presents “Elfed Up! –  A Comedy Variety Show” at Improv Cincinnati on Friday, December 15 & Saturday, December 16 at 8pm.

Add more laughs to your holiday season with this one-hour thematic joyride featuring sketch comedy, improv, music, stand-up and charmingly goofy choreographed dances. Written and performed by the hilarious women of Alphas Comedy.

After “Elfed-Up” enjoy free Holiday Improv Comedy from Alphas! Included in the price of admission!

Questions about the event or want to know more? Go to alphascomedy.com or connect with Alphas on social media: @alphas_improv on Instagram and Facebook.

About Alphas:
Alphas is an all-female identifying Cincinnati-based sketch and improv comedy group who has been writing, performing, and improvising shows together since April 2022. Their most recent variety show was “Alphas: In Hell – A Comedy Variety Show”. Their show “Alphas: Apocalypse – A Comedy Variety Show”, was featured as a special event at Cincy Fringe, 2023.

Their mission is to amplify women’s voices in comedy, while providing an inclusive, safe space for exploration, performance, and learning.

“Elfed Up! – A Comedy Variety Show” Cast and Crew:

  • Director: Liz Looney
  • Head Writer: Mary O’Connell
  • Musical Director: Erin Kessler
  • Stage Management & Tech: Cara Hart, Tatiana Godfrey
  • Featuring: Annie Clark, Emily Elma, Katie Gayer, Erin Kessler, Ally Knizer, Julie Locker, Jennifer Martinez, Patricia Mullins, Cat Ward
  • Producer: Patricia Mullins

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December 7, 2023 · 6:50 pm

Applicants Sought for Creative Arts Scholarship at Loveland Stage Company

LSC_logoEach year the Loveland Stage Company recognizes a graduating high school student with its Creative Arts Scholarship.

The Loveland Stage Company is offering a scholarship again this year in the amount of $1,000. In order to qualify for the scholarship, the graduating student must reside in the Loveland City School District, attend Loveland High School, or be an offspring of a Loveland Stage Company member. This scholarship is intended to be used toward college or university tuition, room and board, or books.

The Loveland Stage Company wishes to encourage and support young local talent. Therefore, prospective applicants must be planning to further their education in the Creative Arts. Qualifying areas of study include, but are not limited to: art, music, theater, photography, film, dance, and majors that support these studies. Students are asked to submit examples of their talent in their chosen field and a high school transcript demonstrating the ability to succeed academically as part of the application process.

Applications, which can be found on the Loveland Stage Company website, are due no later than Sunday, March 10, 2024.

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December 7, 2023 · 6:49 pm

Director Sought for Summer Production at Encore Community Theatre

ENCORE_logoEncore Community Theatre is looking for and accepting submissions for a Director for next summer’s show in July of 2024. We prefer shows that can include all ages. Auditions will be in April or May and rehearsals will begin in late May. Our show dates are July 18 – 20.

If you are interested, please submit your ideas by January 1, 2024 or sooner to Carol Christian at sand690@aol.com or mail them to Encore Community Theatre c/o Carol Christian at 690 Sanders Dr., Hamilton, OH 45013.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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